On the southwest side, closer to the Loop than O'Hare.
Midway sits about 9 miles southwest of the Loop in a straight line, and it's one of 2 private jet airports we list for Chicago.
Private jet routes through Midway
We cover 7 routes through Midway. The shortest trip is New York to Chicago (about 1 hr 55 min); the longest is Chicago to Las Vegas (about 3 hr 55 min).
| Route | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York to Chicago | Light jet | about 1 hr 55 min | $10,500–$14,000 |
| Chicago to Miami | Light jet | about 2 hr 55 min | $16,000–$21,500 |
| Chicago to New York | Light jet | about 1 hr 55 min | $10,500–$14,000 |
| Chicago to Aspen | Midsize jet | about 2 hr 35 min | $16,500–$22,000 |
| Chicago to Las Vegas | Light jet | about 3 hr 55 min | $21,500–$29,000 |
| Chicago to Naples | Light jet | about 2 hr 50 min | $15,500–$20,500 |
| Chicago to Scottsdale | Light jet | about 3 hr 45 min | $20,500–$27,500 |
2026 estimates with typical fees, for the jet size most groups choose. How we estimate.
Runways at Midway
Midway has 4 runways; the longest, 13L/31R, is 6,522 feet. That is comfortable for light, midsize and super-midsize jets; heavy jets can usually use it too, though a full load or a hot day can limit how far they fly.
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13L/31R | 6,522 ft | 150 ft | concrete |
| 04R/22L | 6,445 ft | 150 ft | asphalt and concrete |
| 04L/22R | 5,507 ft | 150 ft | asphalt |
| 13R/31L | 3,859 ft | 60 ft | concrete |
Flight times from Midway
Estimated time in the air and one-way price from MDW to the main private jet airport of other cities, for the jet size most groups of four to six would pick. Real quotes depend on the date and where the aircraft is based.
| To | Distance | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 713 mi | Light jet | about 1 hr 55 min | $10,500–$14,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 1,743 mi | Midsize jet | about 4 hr 10 min | $27,500–$35,500 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,177 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 55 min | $16,000–$21,500 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 794 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 5 min | $11,500–$15,000 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 1,517 mi | Light jet | about 3 hr 55 min | $21,500–$29,000 |
| Aspen (ASE) | 1,018 mi | Midsize jet | about 2 hr 35 min | $16,500–$22,000 |
| Palm Beach (PBI) | 1,130 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 50 min | $15,500–$20,500 |
| San Francisco Bay Area (SJC) | 1,833 mi | Midsize jet | about 4 hr 25 min | $28,500–$37,500 |
Straight-line distances. Estimates use the same method as our cost calculator.
Midway or another airport?
Chicago has more than one airport that handles private jets. Which one fits depends on where you're going once you land.
| Airport | To the Loop | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Midway (MDW) | 9 mi | This page |
| Chicago Executive (PWK) | 21 mi | In Wheeling, convenient for the North Shore suburbs. |
Distances in a straight line from the Loop. Driving takes longer, especially at rush hour.
Other private jet airports nearby
- Chicago Executive Airport (PWK), Chicago: about 24 miles away.
- Nashville International Airport (BNA), Nashville: about 395 miles away.
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Washington: about 576 miles away.
- DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK), Atlanta: about 578 miles away.
When Chicago gets busy
- Big trade show weeks fill up quickly.
- Summer is the busier half of the year.
On those dates, aircraft and parking at Midway fill up early and quotes climb. Booking two to three weeks ahead helps.
Questions about Midway
How far is Midway from the Loop?
About 9 miles in a straight line. Driving time depends on traffic.
Which routes use Midway?
On this site: New York to Chicago, Chicago to Miami, Chicago to New York, Chicago to Aspen, Chicago to Las Vegas, Chicago to Naples, Chicago to Scottsdale.
Is Midway only for private jets?
No. It also handles other traffic, but private jets use dedicated terminals (FBOs) on the field.
What are the alternatives to Midway for Chicago?
Chicago Executive (PWK), about 21 miles from the Loop.
Codes: IATA MDW, ICAO KMDW. Coordinates, elevation and runways from OurAirports open data. See also the guide to charter fees, including landing and handling charges.